Daily Archives: April 1, 2004

DeLay update

Posted on April 1, 2004 by Charles Kuffner

Just a few links to keep you on top of what’s happening. First, Texans for Public Justice connects some dots between the Bush Pioneers and the various corporate sponsors of the 2003 Lege. Melanie Sloan has sent a letter to … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Will he or won’t he?

Posted on April 1, 2004 by Charles Kuffner

Is Governor Perry about to call a special session on school finance reform for later this month? The DMN says Yes. The long-awaited special legislative session on school finance will begin later this month – probably on April 19 – … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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The No Fun League

Posted on April 1, 2004 by Charles Kuffner

Was this rule change really necessary? On the last day of their spring meetings, NFL owners cracked down on premeditated celebrations by two or more players and the use of such “foreign objects” as cell phones and Sharpies anywhere on … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Strayhorn smacks Perry again

Posted on April 1, 2004 by Charles Kuffner

I’m beginning to think that I ought to just create a template for posts about when Comptroller Strayhorn rips the Governor a new one. For sure I’d get at least weekly usage out of it. “It’s time to stop the … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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Cuellar increases lead, Rodriguez calls foul

Posted on April 1, 2004 by Charles Kuffner

If Rep. Ciro Rodriguez was depending on the recount in Bexar County to pull him back up against Henry Cuellar, he’s been disappointed. The recount of mail-in and provisional ballots cost him three more votes, which combined with a one-vote … Continue reading → Continue reading →

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